Deborah Candice Benton

Deborah (Debbie) Mills Benton of Wilmington North Carolina passed away September 05, 2023. Her family was by her side through her last brave journey. Debbie was born on January 09,1951 in Tuscon Arizona, the daughter of Esther Nance and Franklin Mills.

Debbie spent most of her working life as a social worker helping others. During her life she enjoyed music, gardening, fishing, cooking and being with her family and friends. Her loyalty to family and friends and her grandchildren is unforgettable and will be greatly missed.

Beautiful Debbie is survived by her loving sons Daniel Clark and Jeff Clark, grandchildren Jax Clark and Rylee Clark, siblings Darryl Mills, David Nance and Anita Roberts. Besides the above there are numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and more friends than one could ask for.

A private celebration of life will be held September 16th, 2023 to honor her. Thank you for everyone who has loved and supported her. Another beautiful soul that will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Anyone that knew her knew she was a strong loving lady.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to Lower Cape Fear Life Care or American Cancer Society to continue supporting these amazing organizations.

In the meantime, please join us in expressing your condolences and sharing your cherished memories by visiting our website www.wilmingtoncares.com.

Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, located at 1535 South 14th Street, Wilmington, NC 28403. The funeral home can be reached at 910-791-9099.